Failed Haiku

All this rain.  Although I shouldn't complain.  We need the rain. Wow.. that was like a poem.  If I cared enough, I'd check to see if it were on the verge of a haiku. hahaha Okay.. I did take the time and learned that I could have turned it into a proper haiku if I wanted - but I digress.

Made a mini adventure out of a trip to DC tonight. It was definitely an adventure but fun. I think that I will have more fun and make a few things on my list into haiku. hahaha

1. Tonight I experienced Ben's Chili Bowl for the first time.  I loved the experience but that chili I did not. hahaha  
2. Hanging out with a friend from bowling was fun.  Too bad his GPS was off it's rocker. I'm following him in my car and we're all over Northwest DC.. but hey.. it was fun.  The rain couldn't keep us from getting a half-smoked and some chili!
3. It rained all night long - so badly I ran to car - love that I did that short run.
4. My home is empty - a very nice feeling now -Wow, how FANTASTIC! 
5. A productive day -  at work I feel accomplished - back smiling!

The Beginning of the End

Today I came to a conclusion - This blog will have to end at some point.  I need an end date. Finality. This way I will have achieved a goal.  That new goal is to have 365 posts.  This way I will have accounted for one year of listing the things I love each day.  I'm nearing 200 posts and this all occurred to me.  Some days I list "similar" things I love. Some days have more unique entries. So there you have it - a pending conclusion.

1. The weather was awesome today.  Made me think of biking this weekend. My friend told me that she was up for a bike ride next weekend. Then another friend mentioned that he thought about buying a bike and I told him that I would go look for one with him on Sunday so that he could bike with us next weekend. I love that others are wanting to bike with me this year!
2. Second workout of the week happened TODAY!! WOO HOO!
3. I enjoyed the "office party" in Rosanna's office.  Good times! 
4. I talked to my friend from bowling about going out tomorrow night and we're hittin' the town! I think this will be a fun night out.
5. I made a new style of bracelet tonight after swooping into AC Moore and picking up some new cord. I'm diggin' the new style.  Hopefully others will, too.

Ooh.. and I have another one to add - I love the Mormon episode of Southpark. It is hilarious.  It came to mind when I saw a friend on Facebook like the musical, "The Book of Mormon". hahaha

Back in Stride Again?

Okay. The title isn't so affirming but it's the best I could do today.  I mean, I did do a few things that would indicated that my mood is lightening.  That's a good thing.  I will also say that not having cable has been quite the experience but has left me with a more varied viewing experience of less mindless television.  A documentary here. A National Geographic special there. Hopefully the lack of cable will translate into more creativity.

Let's see what lovely things made the list today.

1. Oh roasted veggies, I've missed you so much.  I got the vegetables for this delicious meal from an event on campus.  Students never want to eat too many of the raw veggies - so I lucked out!
2. Oh workout routine, I've missed you too. I did elliptical training today for 30 minutes.  I used to run but lately I just don't feel like running.  I figured elliptical training could be my gateway workout. LOL
3. I asked for the entire week of Spring Break off and now I have it. What shall I do? I never take time off like this. I definitely need it though.
4. Today people seemed extra friendly. Wouldn't it be amazing if everyone was like that?
5. I got the buckles I ordered to make new bracelets.  New colors!  Now, I don't know why that makes me happy, but it does. hahaha

Hey, You're Just Too Funky for Me

The "Blue Funk" has returned.  I don't know why but it has definitely crept back up on me. I think I need a getaway.   For Spring Break, I think I'm going to take the whole week off. Maybe drive somewhere and bike ride and just clear my head and get back in "the game".

1. I did a presentation for the office today based on the "Love Your People" booklets and discussion questions I ordered. It went well and people were getting into the philosophy of the book.  Pretty good for a guy in a funky mood!
2. Since it was a cloud over my day, I came home and finally made these pizza rolls that I found on Pinterest.  Very tasty but I think I'll try it with dinner rolls next time.  The bread on the crescent rolls was too sweet.
3. Jimmy Kimmel is the man!  I needed a good ass laugh tonight and him and Oprah gave it to me!  Watch this clip of "Jimmy Kimmel Pitches OWN Shows to Oprah".  TOO FUNNY!
4. Just ordered Amazon Prime and with it you get unlimited video streaming on ROKU - BOOYAH!  So my inaugural movie is Sparkle.   Another movie waiting to be watched is All About Eve. TOO EXCITED!
5. Going to bed early is something that I love. I need the extra couple of hours and I hope that turns the blue a few shades lighter.  Good night!

And the Oscar Goes To...

I have had a headache for two days.  I hope it goes away tomorrow.  I've been so very lazy today. Spent the majority of the day in bed. I'm sure that has only contributed to my headache.  UGH... but you know.. I am not going to whine.  I am going to think about the awesome things that happened today!

1. I thought I was going to lose my mind when I realized that I didn't have cable anymore and couldn't pick up any channels.  I mean... OMG.. The Oscars are on!!  Well, after searching for about 20 minutes, I finally found a site that let me watch it for free online.  :0)
2. I loved this explanation of Geeks and Hipsters. hahaha I'm about 80% hipster.
3. I watched two movies today.  Contagion and Beginners.  Both were good movies and I got to see the Academy Award performance by Captain von Trapp... I mean Christopher Plummer. :0)
4. Etsy - I finally showed you some attention today my friend!  I'm glad I was able to take the photos and upload the items today.  Whew!
5. Way to go Octavia Spencer!  I love that you won and that you seem so down to earth!

Mmm Pizza...

I haven't had a Saturday where I did nothing in a very long time.  What's funny is that while I did nothing I still did something!  I cleaned and did laundry - which was nice because I didn't feel rushed to be anywhere or so anything.  I also made a very adult decision.  I'll talk about that in a minute.  In all, Saturday was a great day.

1. Laundry: Check! Vacuuming: Check! Scrubbing shower: Check! Cleaning bedroom: Check!  Damn, I was productive.  I love being in the zone with cleaning.
2. I made the call into Verizon Fios. I turned cable off.  I was a bit nervous but when that lady told me that I would be saving $70 a month, I lost all nervousness! HAHA I love saving money way more than I like having cable.
3. Someone gave me a new coffee mug - this one from Peru.  Very thoughtful.  
4. I normally don't try different types of pizzas.  Tonight, due to compromise, I tried the chicken alfredo pizza.  Very tasty!  I might have to try that one again.
5. Speaking of pizza - I ordered cheese bread or sticks or whatever you want to call them.  Papa Johns and that deliciously devilish garlic butter!!! All I can say is Mmmm Mmmm good.

Lifes Rich Pageant

Today started off rocky.  I haven't been getting enough sleep at all. I think it's time to flip the mattress. I knew making it through my meetings today as well as getting through the event tonight would be tough but I made it.I'm back on the routine, too!  WOO HOO!

1. I had never been to the Mr. and Ms. Black GMU Pageant but I'm glad I went this year and served as a judge.  It was a nice event.  
2. Lots of these students are very talented. There was a vocal performance group that sang a song called "Black and Blue".  They were so amazing that I had to speak to them after the program and let them know.  I am determined to find them an opportunity to perform again!
3. It's always a nice time having lunch with Jen.  Now we're planning her a night out on the town where she can "show her feathers" - btw, when she said that, I thought she literally meant feathers and asked her if she was going to wear a boa. LOL
4. Today I was able to flex my talents in graphic design and web design.  I feel so accomplished! YAY!! 
5. My brother let me know that someone wants to order ten bracelets from me.  How awesome is that?  Mo' Money... Mo' Money... Mo' Money...